say please

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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. di por favor
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
(singular)
If you want something, say please.Si quieres algo, di por favor.
b. diga por favor
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
(formal)
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
(singular)
Manners are very important. Say please and thank you when you interact with people.Los modales son muy importantes. Diga por favor y gracias cuando trata con la gente.
c. las cosas se piden por favor (when addressing a child)
I want some candy! - Honey, say please.¡Yo quiero caramelos! - Mi amor, las cosas se piden por favor.
a. digan por favor
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
(plural)
Say please when you talk to your grandfather, children.Chicos, digan por favor cuando hablan con su abuelo.
b. las cosas se piden por favor (when addressing children)
Say please; otherwise you won't get any dessert.Las cosas se piden por favor; si no, se van a quedar sin postre.
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. decir por favor
People are pretty casual in this city. A lot of people don't say please or thank you.La gente de esta ciudad es bastante informal. Muchos no dicen por favor ni gracias.
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